Yaira Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-rah / /ˈjaɪrə/Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'to shine'; Spanish: 'a form of Yara'
Historical & Cultural Background
Yaira is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with light and brightness. In Hebrew culture, names that signify light are considered positive and uplifting. The name has also been adopted in Spanish-speaking countries, where it may be seen as a variant of Yara, which has its own meanings and cultural significance. The name is relatively modern and has gained popularity in various cultures.
Trend Summary
Yaira has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yaira
- Yara
International Variants
- Yara (Spanish)
- Yaira (Hebrew)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yaira was first seen in the United States in 1979. Yaira has ranked as high as #1346 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Yaira has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yaira (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 26 |
| 2003 | 41 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 42 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 12 |